As Kelly Bryant danced around the pocket during Saturday’s Black and Gold game, perfectly executing his first eight throws and extending a handful more plays with his legs, the former Clemson quarterback looked like a seasoned veteran in Missouri’s offense, not a newcomer.
One of the main people he has to thank is someone who voluntarily retired after Bryant committed to play for Mizzou in December.
Jack Lowary, one of MU’s backup quarterbacks during the past few seasons, has spent this spring as a student assistant on Barry Odom’s football coaching staff. None have benefited more from Lowary’s transition than Bryant.